1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 2400 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
